The recent commitment of Bloomington (Ill.) Central Catholic defensive tackle Josh Brent to Illinois was expected. However the growing possibility that Joseph Barksdale might select LSU over Ohio State has been a bit surprising to Buckeye fans.

With that possibility in mind, Suwanee (Ga.) Peachtree Ridge star Cameron Heyward might be the defensive tackle the Bucks have the best shot at landing.

With a group of four finalist that includes three southern schools and Ohio State, the Bucks' odds of landing Heyward have not seemed great. However things may have started to turn when Heyward made an unofficial visit to Ohio State and saw the Bucks' thrilling win over Michigan in what was a spectacular setting.

Add in the fact that the person helping him through the recruiting process is a "Big Ten guy," and the situation might be right for Heyward to end up in Columbus.